Dr. Shainna Ali — Mental Health Expert & Author 35+ Media Features

Media & Press

A Trusted Voice in Mental Health

Dr. Shainna is a licensed mental health counselor, educator, and author featured across leading publications and media outlets — translating complex psychological insights for everyday audiences.

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100+
Articles
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Years
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As Featured On

NPR
ABC
CBS
NBC
The Washington Post
Yahoo!
Bustle
Psychology Today
Allure
DAILY MAIL
Fortune
SHONDALAND
Good Morning America
NBC NEWS
Women's World
NPR
ABC
CBS
NBC
The Washington Post
Yahoo!
Bustle
Psychology Today
Allure
DAILY MAIL
Fortune
SHONDALAND
Good Morning America
NBC NEWS
Women's World

Media

Dr. Shainna is a leading voice in modern mental health, dedicated to making psychological insights accessible, actionable, and inclusive. As a regular contributor to Psychology Today, Yahoo, Thrive Global, the American Counseling Association, and NAMI, she provides expert perspectives on self-love, identity and culture, and popular mental health topics for a global audience.

Beyond her recurring columns, Dr. Shainna has been featured in over 35 reputable outlets. She is available for expert media commentary, interviews, and guest contributions to help translate complex mental health topics into meaningful public discourse.

Podcast

The Mental Wellness Practice Podcast
100+ Episodes

The Mental Wellness Practice Podcast

Join Dr. Shainna for in-depth conversations about mental health, self-love, and personal growth. Featuring expert guests and practical insights for your wellness journey.

Psychology Today Blog

Modern Mentality

40+ Articles

Explore Dr. Shainna's collection of thought-provoking articles on Psychology Today. Covering topics from relationships and identity to mental health advocacy and cultural conversations.

Mental Health Relationships Self-Love Identity Wellness Advocacy
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Featured Topics

  • • Understanding Cultural Identity
  • • Navigating Relationships
  • • Self-Love & Acceptance
  • • Mental Health Advocacy
  • • Personal Growth
  • • Wellness Practices
  • • Intersectionality & Mental Health
  • • Building Resilience

Publications & Contributions

Peer-reviewed research and professional contributions

Self-Love and Mental Wellness

Journal of Mental Health Counseling

Exploring the intersection of self-love practices and improved mental health outcomes in clinical settings.

Cultural Identity and Therapeutic Practice

Counselor Education and Supervision Quarterly

Culturally-informed approaches to mental health treatment and counselor training.

Digital Wellness and Social Media

Contemporary Psychology Today

Understanding the impact of social media on mental health and developing healthy digital habits.

Intersectionality in Mental Health

Multicultural Counseling and Development

Addressing the unique mental health needs of individuals with intersecting identities.

Resilience Building Frameworks

International Journal of Health and Wellness

Evidence-based strategies for developing emotional resilience and coping mechanisms.

Contributing Author & Member

American Counseling Association (ACA)
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Brown Girl Magazine

Explore Dr. Shainna's Books

Dive deeper into self-love and mental wellness

For the Media

Available For

Dr. Shainna is available across all media formats to bring expert mental health perspective to your audience.

TV & Broadcast

Available for live and pre-recorded television and broadcast radio appearances on mental health topics.

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Podcast Guest

Available as a podcast guest for conversations on self-love, mental wellness, identity, and cultural mental health.

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Expert Commentary

Available for on-record quotes, fact-checks, and expert perspective for print and digital articles.

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Guest Author

Available to write guest articles, op-eds, and contributed pieces for publications and digital platforms.

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Get in Touch

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